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Fire Ban Beginning May 12, 2008!
This includes banning the use of all campfires, fire pits, and charcoal grills.
It is acceptable to use gas/propane grills in designated areas.


Evening ProgramsTeenagers singing around a campfire

Below are evening programs available to groups staying overnight at the Desert Outdoor Center. Each

program is 1 -1.5 hours in length and presented by staff.

 

Feel free to make modifications, or add your own favorite activities to the schedule. Contact the Center. s Program Coordinator for equipment available for group use.

 

AMAZING RACE

This evening program will lead students through an obstacle course of activities. Participants will accomplish activities focusing on specific skills, such as listening, leadership and group cooperation. Accomplishing these tasks is dependant on how well the group works as a team.

CAMPFIRE SONGS
Gather around and sing some of your favorite camp songs. A great activity in all weather (held indoors when raining), children will have fun learning new tunes and singing old favorites. Add this tradition to the end of a wonderful experience.

DREAM CATCHER

In this . twilight. activity, participants are introduced to folklore and Native American craft. Students will learn the legend of the Dream Catcher while creating their own. Campers are invited to hang their Dream Catchers above their bunks as they sleep at the Desert Outdoor Center. Class includes a minimal fee.

 

EVENING HIKE

Become a nocturnal creature and gain a sense of who is out and about during the evening hours. This is a great opportunity to spot animals not active during the day, like the owl, coyote, or ringtail. The hike starts at sunset and continues into night, allowing visitors to view the desert in a different way. 


"BRING-ALONG" LIST for Overnight Stays

BEDDING
Sleeping bag or 2-3 blankets & sheets
Pillow and pillowcase if desired

CLOTHING
Pajamas
Daily change of underwear
Daily change of socks
Two pairs of shoes (no open toed sandals)
Heavy and light shirts
Sweater or warm jacket
Raincoat or ponchos (necessary in certain season)
Pants or shorts
Hats
Plastic bag for dirty clothes

TOILETRIES AND OPTIONAL ARTICLES
Bath towels & washcloth
Comb or brush
Facial tissues
Flashlight
Lip Balm
Soap/shampoo
Toothpaste & toothbrush
Sun Screen
Camera
Pencils and notebook

Leaders should bring battery/wind-up alarm clocks.

For schools coming to camp in the cooler and warm months, please keep in mind that we are an outdoor center, and your children will be outside except in cases of extreme weather.

Please prepare your children with proper clothing for outdoor activities.

 

 


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Entrance to the DOC is by reservation only.
Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant
41402 N. 87th Avenue
Peoria, AZ 85383
Ph: 602-372-7470
    Fax: 602-372-7475

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